It’s time for the weekly job moves and senior hires round up, here goes;
ROKSTONE
Rokstone, the International Speciality (Re)Insurance MGA, part of the Aventum Group, has announced the appointment of Jimmy Heaton as Head of D&O. The appointment comes just weeks after Rokstone announced the launch of a new PI binder as it broadens its Speciality (Re)insurance portfolio.
Rokstone is focussing on Complex SME and Mid-Market D&O risks that fall between simple SME/automated products and large/coinsurance placements – an area of the market which remains underserviced across the UK and EEA.
Ian Anson, Managing Director of Rokstone, comments: “We’re delighted Jimmy has chosen to join Rokstone to establish and lead our D&O team. Complex SME and Mid-Market D&O remains relatively underserviced across the UK and EEA, and is often an area of frustration amongst placing brokers; these risks essentially fall through the gap between online systems and London Market corporate/subscription placements. It is challenging areas of niche specialty lines like these that are Rokstone’s sweet spot – it is what we excel at. We will give brokers a reliable and consistent underwriting partner and be their “go to” contact for these tricky but profitable D&O risks.”
BMS CARGO
BMS, the independent specialist insurance and reinsurance broker, announces that Andrew Hutchings and Louise Rothschild will join its cargo team, after fulfilling their current contractual obligations. Based in London, Hutchings and Rothschild will report to Mark Lawson, managing director of BMS North American Direct and Facultative.
In their new roles, Hutchings and Rothschild will be responsible for building out dedicated cargo and stock throughput activities for BMS’ US intermediary client base.
An industry veteran, Hutchings brings to BMS more than 30 years of experience in the cargo insurance market. His most recent role was as a divisional director in the cargo division at Price Forbes & Partners, where he worked for 7 years, specializing on North American stock throughput business.
Rothschild has been in the industry for nearly two decades and has specialised in marine for more than 15 years. She joins BMS from Price Forbes & Partners, where she was most recently divisional director of cargo and stock throughput. In her previous role, she focused on sourcing and maintaining client relationships in addition to negotiating deals in Lloyd’s and the London market.
CYBERWRITE
Cyberwrite, provider of the patented AI cyber insurance risk technology 4SEEN® and cyber insurance products, formally announced the appointment of Hartmut Mai as group president. Mai brings more than 25 years of global insurance leadership experience to Cyberwrite. He previously served as the global Chief Underwriting Officer (CUO) and board member at Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty (AGCS). During his distinguished career, he has also held leadership underwriting roles at AIG, led the launch of the cyber insurance policy of Allianz in Germany in 2013, and led the Financial and Professional Liability (FINPRO) program at Marsh.
MAXIS GBN
MAXIS Global Benefits Network (MAXIS GBN), the international employee benefits joint venture between MetLife and AXA, has announced that Lorraine Fernandes will become Chief Legal Officer, effective 1 April 2023, subject to regulatory checks. Lorraine will sit on the MAXIS GBN Executive Committee (ExCom).
Lorraine is an accomplished lawyer and has vast experience working in the (re)insurance market. She obtained a first-class bachelor’s degree in Law from the University of Kent, before completing her LPC at Cardiff University and is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales. Lorraine started her career at Ince & Co LLP in 2005, where she spent 12 years in private practice before joining MAXIS GBN in 2018 and becoming Director of Legal in 2019.
Lorraine Fernandes, Chief Legal Officer, MAXIS GBN, said: “I’m delighted to be taking on this new role and to be joining the ExCom at MAXIS. This is a great opportunity for me to build on the strong relationships I have with my colleagues, our network partners and our multinational clients around the world. I’m looking forward to helping MAXIS continue to go from strength to strength.”
HCML
HCML, one of the UK’s most comprehensive providers of rehabilitation treatment and care management solutions, has appointed experienced HR practitioner Pauline Cunningham as Head of HR.
In her new role, Pauline will be responsible for delivering a people plan which enables HCML to meet the strategic goals of the business and drive profitable growth while driving a culture of wellbeing, engagement and high performance to facilitate an excellent employee experience for all.
Pauline joins HCML with over 25 years of HR experience. Prior to HCML, she set up the HR department for River and Mercantile, a specialist investment management company. In the 8 years she was with the company, she implemented the Recruitment, Performance Management, HR, and Payroll system, and designed policies and procedures for global roll out. Prior to this, Pauline also spent 12 years at Morgan Stanley and three at Linklaters.
MOSAIC
Strategic human resources executive Claire Eeles has joined Mosaic as the specialty insurer continues its growth of geographies and talent. Based in London, Eeles has been appointed Chief People Officer and a member of the company’s leadership team.
“We are excited about adding Claire to Mosaic’s leadership team—it’s a strong reflection of Mosaic’s overall expansion and the importance we place on our people agenda,” said Co-CEO Mitch Blaser. “We continually look to add high-quality talent as we move forward on our vision, and Claire’s wealth of industry expertise and deep knowledge of HR, people, and culture will help inform our talent strategies and continue our global culture-building.”
Eeles is a human-resources professional with more than 20 years’ experience in the financial services sector. Her role at Mosaic encompasses overall strategic responsibility for Mosaic’s people, talent, and culture.
PEN UNDERWRITING
Pen Underwriting has appointed two new business development managers dedicated to working with brokers across the Midlands, as part of its ongoing investment in having a network of region-specific support for distribution partners right across the UK.
Helen Barnes (ABOVE) joined Pen this week as a Business Development Manager for the Midlands – South, having most recently worked in a similar role for HSB Engineering in the same region. Helen brings more than a decade’s industry experience and a track record in delivering business growth, combining skills in broker relationship management, technical product knowledge, customer service and underwriting. She began her career at Zurich as a construction market underwriter, before moving to HSB – initially as a construction & engineering underwriter.
Liz Abrahams (ABOVE) has also joined Pen, as Business Development Manager for the Midlands – North. Liz previously worked at Allianz, where she was a business developer, specialising in engineering, construction and power. Elizabeth also brings nearly a decade of industry experience, having begun her insurance career in commercial and corporate claims, spending five years at broker Gallagher, before moving to Markel UK as an underwriter, specialising in social welfare.
Both will report to Nick Hewland, National Sales Manager for Pen, who comments: “The Midlands continues to be an area with a strong broker base and great growth potential, so we are delighted to welcome Liz and Helen to the team to further increase our capabilities and dedicated broker support in the region.
KISSTERRA
Fast expanding short-term motor insurance specialist, GoShorty, has made three new senior appointments.
Phil Evans joins GoShorty as Commercial Director. He is the former Managing Director of Bollington Wilson Group personal lines business and led the business up until the sale to Arthur J. Gallagher. Phil was previously Sales and Operations Director of Carole Nash Insurance Consultants and Director of Operations at Autonet.
Andy Moody, GoShorty’s founder and Managing Director, comments: “Phil has an extensive track record within broking and in particular, the motor sector and I am delighted to welcome him to GoShorty.”
Also joining the business are Graeme Stoker and Matt Wood. Graeme Stoker joins GoShorty as Director of Marketing and was previously Chief Marketing Officer at insurtech business Honcho Markets. Matt Wood joins the business as Director of Data and Pricing, having previously been Director of Insurance at another insurtech, Wrisk.
Andy Moody adds: “GoShorty has serious growth plans, and we are bringing on people across the business to achieve these. The arrival of Phil, Graeme and Matt significantly strengthens our team, and their experience and expertise puts us in a great position to execute our growth plan.”
WILLIS TOWERS WATSON
WTW (NASDAQ: WTW) has announced the appointment of Michelle Radcliffe to the company’s Insurance Consulting and Technology (ICT) business. In her new role as Director in the Exposure Management and Climate Analytics Team, Radcliffe will focus on climate transition risks and exposure management for underwriting, against a backdrop of changing legislation and market environmental, social, and governance initiatives.
Radcliffe comes to WTW from the international law firm CMS, where as part of its environmental team she advised clients on various aspects of UK Net Zero, the European Green Deal, sustainability and wider climate change and environmental risk management issues. Prior to this role, she was a member of the law firm’s insurance team and developed specialist expertise in advising insurers and reinsurers on climate change risks likely to impact their underwriting books.
“Michelle has a unique insight into the environmental and insurance risk landscape, giving her an in-depth understanding of liability and risk solutions,” said David Singh, Head of Climate Analytics and Exposure Management, ICT, WTW. “This will provide strong value to our clients, as we continue to lead the development of innovative and practical propositions to help insurers respond and adapt quickly to the climate challenge. We are delighted to have her on the team.”
CANOPIUS
Canopius Group, announces the appointment of Mike Butler as Head of Management and Professional Lines, Bermuda, reporting to Laurie Banez, Head of Casualty and Head of Management and Professional Lines, reinforcing the company’s professional lines capabilities across the U.S. and Bermuda region.
“Mike is an excellent addition to the Canopius team and will drive the expansion of our management and professional lines business on the island,” said Banez. “His client and broker relationships, coupled with expertise in our product offerings, will help us to achieve our ambitious growth plan within the region.”
With almost 25 years of industry experience, Butler joins Canopius from Argo Group, where he most recently served as senior vice president and professional lines manager from 2011 through 2023. While at Argo Group, Butler helped successfully build the Argo Financial Lines BDA portfolio and led a team of underwriters focused on Directors & Officers, Employment Practices, Errors & Omissions, and Wage & Hour Liability risks. Prior to Argo, Butler held senior positions at Marsh and AIG.
ALLIANZ TRADE
Allianz Trade in the UK & Ireland has appointed integrated communications agency SEC Newgate to promote awareness of its vital credit risk management services.
SEC Newgate will provide strategic media relations support to help inform businesses of the value-add that Allianz Trade’s credit analysis and risk underwriting skills bring to trade credit insurance (TCI) policyholders. Taking care of trade credit risk decisions helps businesses expand with confidence at home and abroad, and protects them from late or non-payment in challenging economic conditions.
SEC Newgate won the brief following a competitive pitch involving four agencies. The team will be led by Director Vanessa Chance, with strategic counsel from Managing Director, Alistair Kellie and supported by Ian Silvera, Charlotte Coulson, Georgina Procter, and Jo Kent in the consumer team will provide support in the sector verticals. Sabine Tyldesley, Associate Director in the Advocacy national team, will provide political insights surrounding trade.
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